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TLC · 07-16-2009, 05:45 AM

Oh YAY!!!!

Thank God he is gonna be ok

crystalsmom · 07-16-2009, 05:46 AM

I am just seeing this but so happy to see it end with a happy ending

Ladymom · 07-16-2009, 05:53 AM

Lady's had HGE three times so I know how scary it is. I am so glad that Winston is doing better!

Next time he has any similar symptoms, make sure they do a CBC right in the office. It only takes couple of minutes and will tell the vet what his red blood count/packed volume is. Anything over 60 is HGE. There is absolutely no reason to wait days for test results. HGE makes the blood thicken and they can die within hours. The key to survival is rapid intervention with IV therapy.

ARCHIE · 07-16-2009, 05:55 AM

It's great seeing an update of Winston this morning.
What a strong little man you have there fighting his heart
out to get well again. Way to go Winston.

Praying
it's all up hill from here on in Kathy. Keep up the good work
little guy, I'm rooting for you to be yourself once again real
soon.

Hugs from us,

Patti · 07-16-2009, 06:11 AM

So glad he is doing better and you got a diagnosis. When Cali had it besides the bloody stool and vomiting, she had the saddest look ever on her face. I could see the whites below her eyes. A few weeks later she had no other symptoms but had that look, I took her in and when they took her temp the thermometer came out bloody. My vet looked at me and said good thing you brought her in. They hydrated her gave her some meds and she was much better the next day. So just watch for any signs of him not feeling well and contact the vet. I will keep him in my prayers.

wemple2 · 07-16-2009, 06:04 PM

Thanks again to each and every one of you. Winston had another good day today, he's eating, drinking and his stools are looking more normal. Yes, Patti even the look in his eyes is brighter. He has yet another appointment tomorrow in Peoria with his Internist. Once she thinks he's over this she wants to start him on Phenobarb for his seizures, with constant monitoring of his liver function. I imagine she'll run more test, just to be sure all is well and that he is recovering as he should. Both vets are puzzled by his seizures, as his blood sugar is always low when they occur. Most of the time he eats very well, numerous times daily, so why would an 8 pound Yorkie continue to have hypoglycemia at 5 years old??? Anyway, I guess he'll be starting on Phenobarb pretty soon, any suggestions or thoughts on this would be greatly appreciated. If it controls or better yet stops his seizures and does no harm, I am willing to give it a try. This happens on an average of once a month, sometimes more often, sometimes he's gone 3 months without one. Oh well, one thing at a time, and right now I just want him to continue to improve and pray he does not have a relapse. Again, thank you all so much for caring...

Gingergirlsmom · 07-17-2009, 04:36 AM

Kathy, I'm so happy to hear that Winston is improving!

wemple2 · 07-19-2009, 10:36 AM

Winston is now entirely back to normal, the vet was very pleased with his progress...I have to give a big share of the credit to all of you and your YT miracle prayers. Thanks a bunch...more than you'll ever know.

Maxi · 07-19-2009, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by wemple2

Winston is now entirely back to normal, the vet was very pleased with his progress...I have to give a big share of the credit to all of you and your YT miracle prayers. Thanks a bunch...more than you'll ever know.

Yay! That's great news! So glad to hear Winston is back to normal!

Judy in Waco · 07-19-2009, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wemple2

Winston is now entirely back to normal, the vet was very pleased with his progress...I have to give a big share of the credit to all of you and your YT miracle prayers. Thanks a bunch...more than you'll ever know.

That's great!!

Give Winston a hug from us.

Gingergirlsmom · 07-19-2009, 03:44 PM

Oh, Kathy, I'm soooo happy!!!! Give Winston a hug from me please.

stovesj · 07-19-2009, 05:46 PM

I'm sooooo happy Winston is recovering well. What a relief to hear this.

Tink's Mom · 07-19-2009, 05:59 PM

Oh Dear, Kathy! Tink is so mad at me cause I didn't find this thread until today.

I'm so glad to hear Winston is getting better. I knew he was sick from the other thread but I didn't realize it had gotten so bad. Dear little Winston, Tink needs you to stay well so the two of you can meet some day. She has not had a big seizure since October. Just little petit mals.

Winston, dis is Tink - be a good boy for mama and the vet OTAY?! Wub Tink.

wemple2 · 07-19-2009, 06:17 PM

Thanks guys...Winston says thanks too...he's been getting more then a fair share of hugs and kisses lately.
Tink, I hab been a good boy...Me jest didnt feel gowd. Winston!

AbbysMom08 · 07-19-2009, 09:19 PM

I'm so glad to hear that Winston is doing so well.

Prayers will continue for his continued improvement!!

07-16-2009, 05:45 AM	#76
TLC Slave to My Rug-Rats Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Long Island Posts: 7,247	Oh YAY!!!! Thank God he is gonna be ok __________________ Adopt Donate Foster www.yorkie911rescue.com

07-16-2009, 05:46 AM	#77
crystalsmom Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 7,946	I am just seeing this but so happy to see it end with a happy ending __________________

07-16-2009, 05:53 AM	#78
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,317	Lady's had HGE three times so I know how scary it is. I am so glad that Winston is doing better! Next time he has any similar symptoms, make sure they do a CBC right in the office. It only takes couple of minutes and will tell the vet what his red blood count/packed volume is. Anything over 60 is HGE. There is absolutely no reason to wait days for test results. HGE makes the blood thicken and they can die within hours. The key to survival is rapid intervention with IV therapy. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref...6213341?ref=nf

07-16-2009, 06:11 AM	#80
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	So glad he is doing better and you got a diagnosis. When Cali had it besides the bloody stool and vomiting, she had the saddest look ever on her face. I could see the whites below her eyes. A few weeks later she had no other symptoms but had that look, I took her in and when they took her temp the thermometer came out bloody. My vet looked at me and said good thing you brought her in. They hydrated her gave her some meds and she was much better the next day. So just watch for any signs of him not feeling well and contact the vet. I will keep him in my prayers. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

07-16-2009, 06:04 PM	#81
wemple2 Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois Posts: 9,666	Thanks again to each and every one of you. Winston had another good day today, he's eating, drinking and his stools are looking more normal. Yes, Patti even the look in his eyes is brighter. He has yet another appointment tomorrow in Peoria with his Internist. Once she thinks he's over this she wants to start him on Phenobarb for his seizures, with constant monitoring of his liver function. I imagine she'll run more test, just to be sure all is well and that he is recovering as he should. Both vets are puzzled by his seizures, as his blood sugar is always low when they occur. Most of the time he eats very well, numerous times daily, so why would an 8 pound Yorkie continue to have hypoglycemia at 5 years old??? Anyway, I guess he'll be starting on Phenobarb pretty soon, any suggestions or thoughts on this would be greatly appreciated. If it controls or better yet stops his seizures and does no harm, I am willing to give it a try. This happens on an average of once a month, sometimes more often, sometimes he's gone 3 months without one. Oh well, one thing at a time, and right now I just want him to continue to improve and pray he does not have a relapse. Again, thank you all so much for caring... __________________ As Ever, Kathy Intruducing Bentley Winston and Spencer: RIP My Sweet Angels

07-16-2009, 05:55 AM	#79
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	It's great seeing an update of Winston this morning. What a strong little man you have there fighting his heart out to get well again. Way to go Winston. Praying it's all up hill from here on in Kathy. Keep up the good work little guy, I'm rooting for you to be yourself once again real soon. Hugs from us,

07-17-2009, 04:36 AM	#82
Gingergirlsmom and Bernie's mom too!" Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 8,283	Kathy, I'm so happy to hear that Winston is improving! __________________ Ginger Bernie Fun Kitty

07-19-2009, 10:36 AM	#83
wemple2 Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois Posts: 9,666	Winston is now entirely back to normal, the vet was very pleased with his progress...I have to give a big share of the credit to all of you and your YT miracle prayers. Thanks a bunch...more than you'll ever know. __________________ As Ever, Kathy Intruducing Bentley Winston and Spencer: RIP My Sweet Angels

07-19-2009, 03:44 PM	#86
Gingergirlsmom and Bernie's mom too!" Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 8,283	Oh, Kathy, I'm soooo happy!!!! Give Winston a hug from me please. __________________ Ginger Bernie Fun Kitty

07-19-2009, 05:46 PM	#87
stovesj Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kenmore, Washington Posts: 3,299	I'm sooooo happy Winston is recovering well. What a relief to hear this. __________________ JoanneGracie and Izzy Wag More...Bark Less

07-19-2009, 05:59 PM	#88
Tink's Mom With Indy In My Heart Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 8,442	Oh Dear, Kathy! Tink is so mad at me cause I didn't find this thread until today. I'm so glad to hear Winston is getting better. I knew he was sick from the other thread but I didn't realize it had gotten so bad. Dear little Winston, Tink needs you to stay well so the two of you can meet some day. She has not had a big seizure since October. Just little petit mals. Winston, dis is Tink - be a good boy for mama and the vet OTAY?! Wub Tink. __________________ Mom of Bruno RIP Tinkerbelle Tala & Howard Indy & Stuart

07-19-2009, 06:17 PM	#89
wemple2 Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois Posts: 9,666	Thanks guys...Winston says thanks too...he's been getting more then a fair share of hugs and kisses lately. Tink, I hab been a good boy...Me jest didnt feel gowd. Winston! __________________ As Ever, Kathy Intruducing Bentley Winston and Spencer: RIP My Sweet Angels

07-19-2009, 09:19 PM	#90
AbbysMom08 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 2,268	I'm so glad to hear that Winston is doing so well. Prayers will continue for his continued improvement!! __________________ Jan, Mommy to Abby